50 days in Southeast Asia Itinerary

An archipelago of 104 islands, Langkawi is tailor-made for adventurous holidays, filled with exploration and relaxation.

Shop till you drop at Cenang Mall and The Zon Duty Free. Escape the urban bustle at Kayaking & Canoeing and Langkawi Geopark. And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Art In Paradise, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Gunung Mat Cincang, take in the views from Langkawi Sky Bridge, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Langkawi Thean Hou Temple.

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Melbourne, Australia to Langkawi is an approximately 14-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Melbourne to Langkawi is minus 2 hours. Expect warmer temperatures when traveling from Melbourne in July; daily highs in Langkawi reach 36°C and lows reach 29°C. You'll set off for Kuala Lumpur on the 21st (Fri).

A holiday in Kuala Lumpur, a modern metropolis and capital of Malaysia, reveals a place where colonial influences, Asian traditions, and modern aesthetics come together in urban architecture and street layout.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Batu Caves and Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque. Step off the beaten path and head to Canyoning & Rappelling Tours and Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall. Venture out of the city with trips to Banting (Pantai Kelanang Beach & Morib Beach) and Putra Mosque (in Putrajaya). And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thean Hou Temple, slough off your stress at Turkish baths, and visit Little India Brickfields.

To find reviews, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, read our Kuala Lumpur trip planner.

You can fly from Langkawi to Kuala Lumpur in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry, bus, and train; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Kuala Lumpur can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Yangon (Rangoon).

Although Myanmar moved its capital to Naypyidaw in 2005, Yangon remains the largest city and commercial hub in the country.

Get outdoors at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Balloon Rides. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Bogyoke Aung San Market and Junction City. And it doesn't end there: take in the spiritual surroundings of Botahtaung Pagoda, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, see the interesting displays at U Thant House, and stop by My-Hoya Gem and Jewelry Shop.

For maps, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Yangon (Rangoon) trip itinerary builder site.

You can fly from Kuala Lumpur to Yangon (Rangoon) in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and car. Traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Yangon (Rangoon), you'll gain 1.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Sun) to allow time for the flight to Chiang Mai.

Discover the diverse history and culture of northern Thailand during a holiday in Chiang Mai, the largest and most significant city in the region.

Get in touch with nature at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Kanta Elephant Sanctuary. Wat Suan Dok and Wat Si Suphan are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Chiang Mai: Wat Ban Den (in Mae Taeng) and Maeklang Elephant Conservation Community (in Mae Win). There's lots more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Lok Molee, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and delve into the distant past at Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan.

To see traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Chiang Mai trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Yangon (Rangoon) to Chiang Mai takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone changes from Myanmar Time (MMT) to Indochina Time (ICT), which is usually a 0.5 hour difference. In July, daily temperatures in Chiang Mai can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Luang Prabang.

Designated a World Heritage Site in 1995, Luang Prabang sits at the meeting point of two rivers and offers numerous opportunities for sailing, climbing, and exploring scenic caves and waterfalls.

Take a break from the city and head to MandaLao Elephant Conservation and Kuang Si Waterfall. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Wat Xiengthong and Wat Tat Luang. When in Luang Prabang, make a side trip to see 100 Waterfalls in Nong Khiaw, approximately Nong Khiaw away. The adventure continues: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Sensoukharam, look for all kinds of wild species at Nahm Dong Park, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

To see where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Luang Prabang road trip tool.

Getting from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Luang Prabang are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to fly to Hanoi.

The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi has bounded back from the effects of war, and today serves as a bustling commercial and cultural hub bursting at the seams.

Get some historical perspective at Old Quarter and Temple of Literature & National University. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Lessence De La Vie Spa and Klimt Art Gallery. Make the 9th (Wed) a memorable day with a climbing tour. Next up on the itinerary: view the masterpieces at TiredCity Hang Bong and head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To find reviews, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Hanoi trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Luang Prabang to Hanoi takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) early enough to fly to Hoi An.

Indisputably one of Vietnam's most atmospheric destinations, Hoi An contains a World Heritage-listed old town boasting over 2,000 years of culture and history.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Mỹ Sơn and Cantonese Assembly Hall. Get some cultural insight at Precious Heritage by Rehahn and Fukian Assembly Hall (Phuc Kien). Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Hoi An: My Khe Beach (in Da Nang) and Bang An Tower (in Dien Ban). Spend the 13th (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: cast your line with a fishing tour, take in the views from Japanese Covered Bridge, take in the dramatic natural features at The Marble Mountains, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chuc Thanh Pagoda.

To find photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Hoi An road trip website.

Getting from Hanoi to Hoi An by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 40°C in August, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

Formerly known in the West as Saigon and affectionately referred to as the "Pearl of the Far East," Ho Chi Minh City is a study of old and new, woven and piled together in a fast-paced urban hub.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Beer Tastings & Tours and Antique Street. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Ben Thanh Market and Craig Thomas Gallery. On the 17th (Thu), spend an adventurous day with a kayaking and canoeing tour. There's lots more to do: get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Ba Thien Hau Temple, explore the galleries of Couleurs by Rehahn Fine Art Photography - InterContinental, and pause for some serene contemplation at Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon.

To see more things to do, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Ho Chi Minh City trip planning tool.

Traveling by flight from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In August in Ho Chi Minh City, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 29°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) to allow time to drive to Phnom Penh.

On the confluence of two major rivers, Phnom Penh occupies a scenic location largely responsible for its nickname the "Charming City." On a trip to Phnom Penh you'll discover one of Asia's most dynamic cities, where the natives live much of their lives outdoors, on the streets, and in the bustling markets filled with scents of spicy foods.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Choeung Ek Genocidal Center and Wat Phnom. Get a sense of the local culture at Royal Palace and National Museum. And it doesn't end there: surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, tee off at The Cambodian Country Club, get engrossed in the history at Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, and revel in the low prices at Factory Outlet Store.

To see maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Phnom Penh trip itinerary maker website.

Drive from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and bus. Expect a daytime high around 39°C in August, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to fly to Siem Reap.

Once a small village in northwest Cambodia, Siem Reap now serves as a gateway to the Angkor region's World Heritage-listed temple and other attractions.

Visit Angkor Wat and Terrace of the Elephants for their historical value. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Baphuon Temple and Artisans Angkor. The adventure continues: delve into the distant past at Ta Prohm, whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Pre Rup, and contemplate the long history of Eastern Mebon.

To find photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Siem Reap trip planner.

Getting from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Bangkok.

Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.

Visit Wat Pho and The Grand Palace for their historical value. Head to Terminal 21 and International Fashion Centerfor some retail therapy. Explore Bangkok's surroundings by going to Ayutthaya (Wat Yai Chai Mang Khon, Wat Maha That, &more). There's still lots to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Suthat, explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), see the interesting displays at Madame Tussauds Bangkok, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Pak Khlong Talat (Flower Market).

To find reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Bangkok trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Siem Reap to Bangkok takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Bangkok can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.